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Base noun form. Refers to the anatomical shoulder. Often used in expressions like 『肩をたたく』 (kata wo tataku, 'to pat on the shoulder') or idioms such as 『肩を持つ』 (kata wo motsu, 'to take someone's side').
Theme
At a local gym, User and their friend Ken are discussing workout routines and body aches after a session.
肩
かた
shoulder
Everyday Life & SurvivalHealth & Body
Memory Hook
Imagine carrying a heavy 'kata' (肩 sounds like 'kata') bag on your shoulder — it's a burden! 'Kata' → 肩 (kata, 'shoulder').
Cultural Note
In Japan, shoulder massages are popular for relieving stress, and phrases like 『肩がこる』 (kata ga koru, 'shoulders get stiff') are common in daily conversation, reflecting the importance of shoulder health in a busy lifestyle.
Forms
Base: 肩Base noun form. Refers to the anatomical shoulder. Often used in expressions like 『肩をたたく』 (kata wo tataku, 'to pat on the shoulder') or idioms such as 『肩を持つ』 (kata wo motsu, 'to take someone's side').